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Ancient China
• Arthur Cotterell
• REFERENCE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A handsomely illustrated overview of the history, art and accomplishments of ancient China for children 9-12, in the attractive Eyewitness style. Informative text, and hundreds of color photographs and illustrations, introduce China's rich heritage.
(CHN50, $15.99)
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Ancient China, Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of China's Past
• Richard H. Levey
• Jacqueline Bell
• ARCHAEOLOGY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Designed for kids aged ten and up, this thoroughly illustrated guide to the mysteries of ancient China and recent archaeological discoveries includes a time line, glossary, and an interview with a working archaeologist.
(CHN364, $17.95)
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The Ancient Chinese
• Virginia Schomp
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An illustrated introduction to the emperors, philosophers, poets and peasants of ancient China for middle schoolers.
(CHN338, $9.95)
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Bound
• Donna Jo Napoli
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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In this retelling of Cinderella, Napoli includes all the familair elements -- evil stepmothers, servitude and lost slippers -- but infuses it with myth and history and sets it in 14th-century China.
(CHN236, $16.95)
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Buddha
• Demi
• RELIGION
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Beautiful, intricately detailed, full-color illustrations make this life of the Buddha an excellent choice for children. Intended for children age 7-10.
(ASA17, $21.95)
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Buddha Stories
• Demi
• RELIGION
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Intended for ages 4 to 8, this book tells 10 of the author's favorite "jakatas," or moral tales of the Buddha. She has sumptuously illustrated the volume in gold printed on deep, dark blue (in the tradition of an ancient Buddhist text).
(ASA16, $20.00)
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The Ch'I-Lin Purse, A Collection of Ancient Chinese Stories
• Linda Fang
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An illustrated collection of 10 stories from classic Chinese opera and novels by professional storyteller Linda Fang. With a pronunciation guide and glossary.
(CHN334, $6.95)
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China's Bravest Girl: The Legend of Hua Mu Lan
• Charlie Chin
• Tomie Arai
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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The classic legend of Mu Lan is retold for readers ages 6 to 10 in this bilingual edition. Narrated in rhyme, it's perfect for reading aloud.
(CHN261, $7.95)
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China, A True Book
• Dennis Brindell Fradin
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A slim, illustrated introduction to China for younger readers (ages 6-8). With a color map and nice selection of photographs showing the landscapes, cities, people, and monuments of China.
(CHN135, $6.95)
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China, The Land
• Bobbie Kalman
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An overview of the land and people past and present of China, with color photographs.
(CHN339, $7.95)
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Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society
• Adeline Yen Mah
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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In this retelling of the classic children's fairy tale, set during World War II, Cinderella joins the Chinese Resistance after being kicked out of the house by her wicked stepmother. For ages 10 and up.
(CHN363, $5.99)
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Chinese Fairy Tales and Fantasies
• Moss Roberts
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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Moss Roberts combed 2,500 years of the Chinese folk tradition for this anthology. Decorated with woodcut illustrations throughout, this is another volume in Pantheon's excellent folklore series.
(CHN146, $16.00)
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Confucius, The Golden Rule
• Russell Freedman
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An illustrated biography of the philosopher Confucius for readers ages 8 to 12 by Newberry Medal winning author Russell Freedman. Freedman conveys the depth of Confucius' ideas while placing him in his spiritual, cultural and political context. The full page color illustrations imitate Chinese-style painting while incorporating photographe natural elements and frames.
(CHN335, $17.99)
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Cowboy on the Steppes
• Yi Nan Zhang
• Song Nan Zhang
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A spare, evocative account of an 18-year-old Chinese boy's year as a Mongolian cowboy.
(MGL34, $15.95)
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Emperor's Silent Army, Terracotta Warriors of Ancient China
• Jane O'Connor
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Visually engaging and with an exciting plot line, this informative book introduces the Terracotta Army of the first Qin emperor to young readers ages 9-12.
(CHN182, $17.99)
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The Empty Pot
• Demi
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A witty folk tale about honesty, set in ancient China.
(CHN106, $17.95)
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Favorite Children's Stories from China and Tibet
• Koon-chiu Lo
• Lotta Carswell Hume
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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A highly recommended collection of 19 Chinese and Tibetan tales, collected and retold by an American doctor's wife who lived in Hunan province from 1906 to 1928. The illustrations practically leap off the page.
(CHN93, $23.95)
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The Great Wall of China
• Leonard Everett Fisher
• HISTORY
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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In brief text and bold black-and-white illustrations, this storybook recounts the construction of the Great Wall of China. The simple story is probably best suited for young children (ages 4-8), but kids as old as 12 will want to pore over the illustrations, which are great.
(CHN103, $7.99)
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Homesick, My Own Story
• Jean Fritz
• BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Jean Fritz recounts her childhood in Hankow, China in the 1920s. It's a candid, wonderfully written account of this turbulent time, told from a little girl's perspective.
(CHN141, $5.99)
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House of Sixty Fathers
• Meindert De Jong
• Maurice Sendak
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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This classic children's novel is set in China during the Japanese invasion as a young boy makes a journey to reunite with his family. A Newbery Honor Book, illustrated by Maurice Sendak and written for kids ages 9-12.
(CHN119, $5.95)
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Kids Around the World, We Live in China
• Pascal Pilon
• Elisabeth Thomas
• Sophie Duffet
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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This endearing, colorful series introduces kids to the culture and customs of a country through the eyes of the young people who live there. Geared for 8-12 year olds.
(CHN366, $15.95)
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Life In Ancient China
• Paul C. Challen
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An overview of the history, geography, people, arts and culture of ancient China for grades 5-7. Also includes colorful photographs, illustrations, time lines, artwork, and diagrams with captions.
(CHN340, $8.95)
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Little Green, Growing Up During the Chinese Cultural Revolution
• Chun Yu
• BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A poetic reflection on China's Cultural Revolution told from a child's perspective. It's a good introduction to China's recent history for young adults or mature middle readers.
(CHN239, $15.95)
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Lon Po Po, A Red-Riding Hood Story from China
• Ed Young
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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This powerfully illustrated Chinese variant on the story of Red Riding Hood features three sisters who outsmart Lon Po Po, or Granny Wolf, who is disguised as the girls' grandmother. For readers ages 5-9.
(CHN102, $6.99)
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The Magical Monkey King, Mischief in Heaven
• Youshan Tang Ji-Li Jiang
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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A retelling of 18 classic tales featuring the rascally Monkey King. With accompanying black and white illustrations. For ages 7-10.
(CHN344, $8.95)
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Marco Polo for Kids, His Marvelous Journey to China
• Janis Herbert
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Travel along with the famous Venetian and do some things he may have done.
(CHN189, $16.95)
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Moonbeams, Dumplings & Dragon Boats
• Leslie Swartz
• Nina Simonds
• Meilo So
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A fun guide to celebrating the New Year, Dragon Boat Festival and other Chinese holidays.
(CHN183, $21.00)
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Mulan
• Tony Bancroft
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• FAMILY
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In this animated Disney film of the classic Chinese tale, Mulan, a young Chinese girl, disguises herself as a boy and goes to war against the Huns to help her family.
(CHN324, $29.99)
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Red Eggs and Dragon Boats, Celebrating Chinese Festivals
• Carol Stepanchuk
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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An illustrated introduction to five traditional Chinese celebrations. Each festival's description is accompanied by recipes and colorful paintings by Chinese folk artists.
(CHN343, $16.95)
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Red Scarf Girl, A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution
• Ji-Li Jiang
• David Henry Hwang
• BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
• YOUNG ADULTS
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An engrossing, harrowing memoir of Ji-Li Jiang's experiences as a teenager during Chairman Mao's Cultural Revolution. For readers ages 12 and up.
(CHN104, $6.99)
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The Seven Chinese Brothers
• Margaret Mahy
• Jean and Mou-sien Tseng
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Seven brothers rebel against a wicked emperor by using supernatural powers in this beautifully illustrated account of life in ancient China.
(CHN375, $6.99)
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The Story About Ping
• Marjorie Flack
• Kurt Wiese
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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For readers ages 4-7, this classic tale, first published in 1933, tells the story of a duckling's adventures along the Yangtze River. With delightful illustrations.
(CHN101, $5.99)
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Sweet and Sour, Tales from China
• Carol Kendall
• Yao-Wen Li
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A collection of 24 folk tales from China, spanning many eras and a variety of literary styles.
(CHN370, $7.95)
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The Year of the Panda
• Miriam Schlein
• Kam Mak
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Rich in detail of the plight and rescue of the giant panda, this chapter book is written for readers 8-12. In it ten-year-old Lu Yi and his father find an orphaned da xiong mao (giant panda) and nurse it back to health.
(CHN105, $4.99)
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Yeh-Shen, A Cinderella Story from China
• Ed Young
• Ai-Ling Louie
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A southern Chinese Cinderella story, familiar yet distinctly foreign in its details. It's a beautiful book, based on T'ang-era (618-907 A.D.) manuscripts.
(CHN107, $16.99)
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The Yellow River
• Kim Dramer
• NATURAL HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An overview of the river's natural and cultural history for middle schoolers.
(CHN162, $8.95)
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Young Fu of the Upper Yangtze
• Elizabeth Foreman Lewis
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Drawing on her experience in China as a missionary in the 1920s, Elizabeth Foreman Lewis illuminates the transformation of 13-year-old Young Fu from country bumpkin to an apprentice as a coppersmith in the dangerous, semi-feudal city of Chunking in this Newbery-winning classic for ages 9-12. As Young Fu learns to live by his wits, he also comes to love urban life. This handsome 75-anniversary edition includes new illustrations by William Low.
(CHN148, $17.95)
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Zen Shorts
• John J Muth
• RELIGION
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A charming introduction to the Zen tradition for young readers accompanied by beautiful watercolor illustrations. When Stillwell, a giant panda bear, moves next door he shares traditional Buddhist and Taoist tales with his three curious young neighbors.
(CHN268, $17.99)
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